1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 224 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | V70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
